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Senior Quality Inspector - Avionics

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · 3 wk ago
On-siteQuality Assurance$33–$41/hrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Conduct complex inspections of electronic and electrical components, including purchased parts, PCBAs, wire harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, and other avionics systems.
  • Develop and follow detailed work instructions for receiving inspections of PCBAs, harnesses, electro-mechanical components/assemblies, and test reports.
  • Identify and document issues and non-conformances in Rocket Lab’s internal quality monitoring systems, including the Issue Tracking System, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and/or ERP systems.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to address and resolve quality concerns.
  • Support internal audits and prepare production areas for external audits, including tracking and closing corrective action requests.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with tool calibration systems and maintain calibration tracking.
  • Promote a “Built-in Quality” philosophy by consistently detecting and addressing non-conformances to prevent defects from reaching downstream customers.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience working in quality assurance role in an electronics manufacturing environment
  • Current IPC-A-610 certification
  • Current or previous IPC/WHMA-A-620C and/or AC 43.13 certification
  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiar with ISO9000 and/or AS9100 requirements
  • Experience with IPC J-STD-001 with space addendum
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Active U.S. Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one
  • Experience working on flight hardware, satellites, or other high-reliability systems
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing work of the highest accuracy.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work one of the following shifts:
  • 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday – Thursday
  • Sit at desk and operate computer, keyboard and office equipment for extended periods
  • Use hands with dexterity to operate controls, tools and technical equipment, as needed
  • Read technical documents, drawings, and computer screens requiring close and distance vision
  • Move between buildings, labs, and work areas, as needed
  • Work in office and technical environments with occasional exposure to noise, dust and fumes in production areas.

Benefits

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$33 - $41 USD

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